Public Art and Performative Practices London Metropolitan University

Overview

The Public Art and Performative Practices  programme from London Metropolitan University  encourages a practical and industry-minded approach to exploring how contemporary art experiences engage with the public.

Quick Facts:

• It runs collaborations with national and international art organisations, which so far have included: City of London Corporation, London Festival of Architecture, Tate Modern, Artichoke, the ICA, Ca' Pesaro in Venice, RMIT in Melbourne, Fontys University in Tillburg, Public Space Academy, Fondazione Marta Czok (Rome/Venice), Museo Spazio Pubblico in Bologna, The Line (London's first dedicated Public Art Walk), Tower Bridge and The Monument to the Great Fire of London. 
• This programme is one of the founding members of the International Masters Network for Art in Public Space, developing links with leading masters in this area, across the world. The course also enjoys a unique connection with CREATURE (London Met's own research centre for Creative Arts, Cultures and Engagement): through this, their graduates are invited to continue to be part of our thriving research community.

• The course is designed to develop career paths for artists, curators and facilitators interested in any creative medium (visual art, performance, video, installation, sculpture and digital art), with a specific focus on developing public-facing projects.
• With funding bodies such as Arts Council England demanding that inclusivity and audience engagement are championed, the course also delves into the question of arts funding and how to gain commissions and promote yourself as an art professional.
• All tutors are internationally recognised industry professionals, approaching this subject from different angles and areas of expertise. The course leader is also offering anyone interested in this MA degree course a complimentary portfolio/project review session to ensure you're ready to showcase the best of your work at the interview stage.

Career opportunities:

Build your knowledge of the art world and discover careers in a growing field within the industry. Career opportunities include:

• professional artists, whose work explores the idea of public engagement, communicated in any medium, including visual art and performance
• performance practitioners, exploring audience interaction and participation
• project leaders and facilitators in the field of public engagement, working creatively with teams and partners
• managers and administrators in public art, outreach and participation
• curators of public programmes and events
• academics and communicators in the field of public art and public engagement